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Position Vacant: Urgently required
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Experience Asia Ltd., Part is the authorized agent of Projects Abroad, a UK based volunteer organisation. Annually we send over 8,000 volunteers to 27 developing countries to work as volunteers or interns at various projects such as teaching, care, business, human rights, medicine, journalism, law and conservation. We put enormous importance on the welfare of our volunteers during their time with us overseas – our global team is committed to providing our volunteers with the experience of a lifetime.
Our offices and local staff in each destination provide back-up and support for our volunteers which is vital to the success of the organisation.
We are looking to employ Volunteer Coordinator (Field Coordinator - Office Administrator) for Thailand Destination. The main role is to be a frontline liaison with volunteers, helping out the volunteers in tackling the culture-shock they gain. Flexibility is the key to this role. The nature of the position entails frequent, timely and effective communication with volunteers and local staff members. Our fundamental mission is to provide support to critical areas and promote a cultural exchange that will benefit both our volunteers and the communities in which they work. The job is busy and can be physically demanding so you should be prepared to work flexible hours and be willing to travel within the area when necessary.
Job Title: Volunteer Coordinator (Field Coordinator - Office Administrator)
Location of work: Krabi, Thailand
Term of Contract: Full time
Salary: Starting from 18,000 baht
Start Date: As soon as possible
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Reports to
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Project Manager
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Location
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Krabi, Thailand
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Employee Category
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Full Time
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Job Code
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TH-OP-VC-E1
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Job Summary
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To manage all operations and logistics associated with the volunteers’ daily routines on the Conservation Project. Including the supervision of the volunteers, meeting the daily needs of the volunteers and organisation of field activities.
Also in charge of the Organisation and supervision of the Community, Education and Awareness Projects;
- Training of volunteers in cultural awareness and project activities;
- Participate in Leading scientific surveys
- Project and office administration;
- Assisting the Project Manager with all aspects of the project
- Organising community outreach programs
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Job duties and responsibilities
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Airport Pick-ups
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Base Camp Induction and Local area Orientation
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Organize Cultural workshops
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Cultural Workshop including Community Awareness Workshop
Induction Administration and Paperwork
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Organizing Monthly Community Day
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Assist and oversee the conservation projects logistics
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Bi-monthly Education and Awareness days
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Project and Office Administration
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Update the Room Board with new volunteer names
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Feedbacks and DQ’s, giving, collecting, scanning and sending to SL office
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Daily update on Data System
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Assist Project Director and Country Director as the Financial Controller
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Other duties as assigned by Project Manager and Country Director
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Qualifications: Education and/or Experience
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Good written and spoken both English and Thai (TOEIC 550+)
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Proven experience in organising and leading people
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Scientific/research/salvage/dive experience would be an asset
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Experience of working with NGOs/volunteers/young people with multicultural environment
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Familiarity with field operation logistics and administration
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Knowledge
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Proven ability to implement operational plans.
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Proficient in the use of MS Office and the internet/online systems.
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Skills and Abilities
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Ability to organise and co-ordinate the day to day running of all field and other activities involving the volunteers, project staff, other participants and the host community.
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Administrative and time management skills
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Knowledge of local culture and language
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Excellent written/oral communication and presentation skills
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Tropical marine life identification
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Pro-activity and decision making skills
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Emergency situation handling ability
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Strong knowledge of Thai Culture
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Competencies
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Core values
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Community, Culture, Company, Contribution
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Competencies
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Functional and technical skills, Motivating others, Drive for results, Time management, Delegation, Compassion
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Personal Attributes
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Demonstrable commitment to conservation
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Resilient & mature, with the ability to work as a team
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Flexible approach
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Conscientious
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Physical fitness
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Ability to motivate others
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Location
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Location
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Outdoors 40%, Indoors 60%
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Environmental Conditions:
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Diving and conservation hazards
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Health and Safety
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Diving and conservation hazards
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Equipment and Work Aids
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Diving and Conservation equipment
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PC, mobile phone, shovel, peak, hammer etc.
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Benefits:
- Travel expenses, mobile and monthly food allowance
- Social security
- Competitive salary
- Working in an international environment
Please send a CV with a covering letter to parichartchaipikul@projects-abroad.org Only short – listed candidates will be contacted for interviews. Due to the visa supporting, this position opens only for Thai National
For more information please contact: 081-5974442
www.projects-abroad.net
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